Diplomacy Society: President

Having joined the Diplomacy Society at the start of the year, I immediately felt welcomed by not only the friendly and warm people, but the scope for opportunity that was afforded to me. I used my platform as the First Year Representative to focus on the journal and newspaper publishing within the society, now I feel that now I not only have a responsibility to continue this, but to expand my role and bring my leadership of the newspaper to the entire society. 

I hope that I can retain my position on the committee and embrace all the newcomers with the same warmth I received!

I am running for this position because I am deeply passionate about fostering meaningful connections and promoting the principles of diplomacy within our university. With a firm belief in the power of dialogue and understanding, I am dedicated to creating a space where diverse perspectives are celebrated, ideas are exchanged freely and collaboration thrives. As someone who values effective communication and strategic thinking, I see this role as an opportunity to lead by example, inspiring others to actively engage in diplomatic discourse and cultivate their skills in negotiation and conflict resolution.
My vision for our society extends beyond our campus borders. I see us as ambassadors of diplomacy, not just in theory but in practice. Together, we can explore complex global issues, engage in respectful dialogue and work towards constructive solutions. By serving as your president, I aim to provide leadership that inspires confidence, encourages creativity, and cultivates a sense of belonging among all members.

Hi, my name is Ingrid Chan, and I am a penultimate Social and Political Studies student. I am running for president as I am passionate about diplomatic and current affairs, and I would love to help other students learn more and connect with each other via overseeing the organisation of diplomatic, social, and networking events and conducting Student Union administrative tasks to ensure everything runs smoothly! 

A few suggestions include: 

• Feedback for your experience in the society + half-term surveys
• Society ‘families’ and ‘first year’ support schemes + alumni connections
• Better integration with the Diplomacy Review 
• Collaboration on networking events with other societies/universities 
• For high-demand events: ‘amended’ first-come-first-serve (priority to standard members who haven’t been to events yet) 

My experience as a current Head of Events and as the Head of Research in the ESG society has instilled in me a sense of responsibility and time management skills, as well as the ability to plan ahead while being flexible, as seen by the successful events and embassy visits I’ve organised. I am also very approachable (I am very responsive in my messages to members!) and open to suggestions on future events, and I hope to collaborate with you all to make your experience more enjoyable. 

I would appreciate your vote for president of the Diplomacy Society, and I hope to continue serving you all and the society in a different capacity next year!